Des Moines: Cumulus Launches The Vibe On 98.3 FM

Cumulus Media announces that KWQW 98.3 FM, formerly programmed as News/Talk station 98.3 The Torch, launched Monday at Noon as Des Moines’ all-new Classic Hip Hop station, 98.3 The Vibe.

98.3 The Vibe kicked off its totally unique take on Hip Hop with wall-to-wall music and will play an exciting mix of hit music from the biggest stars from the early days of Hip Hop. The new station features big old school Hip Hop hits, mixed with some R&B “throwbacks” from the ‘80’s, ‘90’s and early 2000’s. Westwood One, the leading provider of 24-hour radio formats, syndicates the Classic Hip Hop programming for 98.3 The Vibe.

Davey Morris, Corporate Program Director for Cumulus said: “This is going be a fun and thrilling time for radio listeners in Des Moines. As a company, we get uber-excited when we launch such an energetic, upbeat and familiar station. I know Des Moines will love coming to our party in the speakers. 98.3 The Vibe is born!”

KWQW 98.3 FM (41 Kw) Red=Local Coverage Area

Sean Elliott, Program Director for 98.3 The Vibe said: "We're very excited to bring Classic Hip Hop to Des Moines! 98.3 The Vibe is a hugely entertaining and fresh station with so many great throwbacks that weren't being played on the radio... until now! 2 Pac, Missy Elliott, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg can now be heard 24/7 on the new 98.3 The Vibe."